by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 08/30/2025 | Cancers and Tumors
Hodgkin’s lymphoma is a type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system, a fundamental part of the immune system responsible for fighting infections and diseases. It is a relatively rare malignant neoplasm, but with high cure rates when diagnosed and treated early....
by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 08/06/2025 | Cancers and Tumors
Leukemia is a type of cancer that affects white blood cells, which are essential to the immune system. Unlike many other cancers, leukemia begins in the bone marrow — the soft tissue inside bones where blood cells are produced. The disease can develop quickly or...
by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 07/06/2025 | Cancers and Tumors
Colorectal cancer — which includes tumors that develop in the colon (large intestine) and rectum — is one of the most common types of cancer worldwide. Despite this, there is still a great deal of misunderstanding and stigma surrounding the disease, often leading to...
by Dr. Gabriel Freitas | 05/08/2025 | Cancers and Tumors
Lung cancer is one of the most common and deadliest types of cancer worldwide. It affects the lungs, which are essential organs for breathing, and is often diagnosed in advanced stages, making treatment more difficult. The main cause of the disease is smoking, but it...